Facility Support - 11-050 - SC/ Long Beach Red Shield

The Salvation Army Southern California; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California is seeking a dedicated Janitor to maintain the cleanliness of the Long Beach Red Shield Community Center. You will sweep, mop, dust, and clean facilities, restrooms, and entrances, and assist with event setups and decorations.

Role requires a driver’s license, ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, and a commitment to safety and the mission of The Salvation Army. Background check is required.

Qualifications

• Driver’s license required.
• At least two years cleaning or related field experience.
• Able to work independently yet as part of a team.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Maturity in judgement and crisis intervention skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Must align with The Salvation Army mission and function accordingly.
• Must pass FBI/DOJ background check.

Responsibilities

• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• Gather and empty wastebaskets.
• Remove all donations from the front lobby before 8:00am.
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
• Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies.
• Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, scaffolding for events.
• Spray insecticides and fumigants to prevent infestation.
• Notify supervisor of major repairs or additions needed.
• Requisition supplies and equipment for cleaning and maintenance.

Skills

Driver’s license

MVR check

Heavy machinery training

Criminal background check

Building repairs

Time management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Shift flexibility

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jacks

Scissor lifts

Job description

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Position Summary

The Janitor is responsible for the cleanliness and upkeep of the Long Beach Red Shield Community Center.

Essential Functions

• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• Gather and empty wastebaskets.
• Remove all donations from the front lobby before 8:00am.
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water, other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
• Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
• Strip, steal, finish, and polish floors.
• Clean and restore building interiors.
• Clean facility thoroughly, such as glassware and metal fixtures, using solvents, brushes, rags, and power equipment.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies.
• Notify the Supervisor concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for events, banquets, and programs.
• Spray insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation.
• Responsible for various types of maintenance work assigned by the Facility Manager,
• Use protective equipment when necessary and follow safety procedures.
• Maintain and upkeep maintenance shop for inventories on parts, tools, and supplies.
• Perform offsite pick-ups, including loading and unloading of product.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned

Working Conditions

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. You may be asked on short notice to change shifts in order to provide full coverage.

Minimum Qualifications

• Driver’s License Required.
• At least two years of experience in a related field.
• The ability to work independently yet function as part of a team is important.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Must demonstrate maturity in judgement and good crisis intervention skills.
• High school diploma, equivalency degree or demonstration of equivalent skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and an ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Must be amenable to the mission statement of The Salvation Army, and function accordingly.
• Must pass FBI/DOJ background check.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Driving Test & clean MVR Check.
• Able to train in and operate heavy machinery such as pallet jacks, scissor lifts, etc
• Working in vicinity of children, a criminal background check is required with certification for Protect the Mission policies and procedures.
• Must have good diagnostic skills and be able to perform minor building repairs.
• Good time management and communication skills.
• Positive attitude and willing to learn new skills.
• Meet deadlines, work with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and clients, both oral and written. Set reasonable limits; react swiftly and intelligently in emergency situations.
• Must be open to working evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must have excellent organization and customer service.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and prioritize workloads.